Chapter 278 The Villain Lady Arrives 106
Alice's voice echoed in the empty cell, and every word was like a heavy hammer, hitting Aidan's doubts and uneasiness. Her eyes gradually turned red, and tears rolled in her eyes, but never fell. The strength and grievance intertwined together made people feel distressed.
"Aidan, you can't understand how I felt at that time." Alice's voice was choked with sobs. She gently broke free from Aidan's hand, stood up, slowly walked to the window, and looked at the sky outside the window that was blocked by a high wall.
"That day, the sun was shining brightly. As usual, I stood in the center of the square, ready to pray for the people and use the light magic I mastered to bring them hope and healing. I closed my eyes, silently chanted a sacred spell in my heart, and slowly raised my hands. Golden light overflowed from my palms, like warm sunshine shining on the world."
Having said this, Alice paused for a moment, her eyes became deep and confused, as if she was back in that heartbreaking scene again.
"However, the moment I released the magic, everything changed. The bright magic that was supposed to bring comfort and peace fell on the people like a sharp blade. Their expressions changed from expectation to fear, from pain to despair. I watched them fall to the ground, groaning in pain, but I was powerless to do anything."
Alice's eyes finally couldn't bear the weight of tears. Crystal tears slid down her cheeks and dripped onto the cold ground, making a slight sound.
"I... I don't know what happened. I've never seen anything like this. I tried to take back my magic, but I found myself as if bound by an invisible force, unable to move. I could only watch, my heart filled with fear and self-blame."
Aidan listened quietly, his eyes never leaving Alice, those eyes full of grievance and confusion made him feel a heart-wrenching pain. He slowly walked to Alice, gently embraced her in his arms, and used his warmth to comfort her trembling body.
"Alice, I believe in you. You are the purest soul and would never do anything to hurt innocent people." Aidan's voice was gentle and firm. His words were like a spring breeze that brushed through Alice's heart, bringing a touch of comfort. "We will definitely find out the truth and clear your name. Tell me, were there any other abnormal situations at that time?"
Alice leaned on Aidan's chest, feeling the long-lost peace and strength. She closed her eyes and tried to recall every detail of the day.
“Yes… yes.” She spoke slowly, with a hint of uncertainty in her voice. “Before I released the magic, I noticed an unusual dark cloud in the sky. It quickly gathered towards where I was, as if… stopping me. But I didn’t pay much attention to it, thinking it was just a natural change in the weather. Now that I think about it, perhaps all this is related to that dark cloud.”
Hearing this, Aidan frowned, and a bad feeling welled up in his heart. "Dark clouds? Are you sure? This may be related to the direction of our investigation." He loosened his arms and held Alice's shoulders with both hands, his eyes flashing with seriousness and determination, "Alice, you need to think carefully, any detail may be the key to solving the mystery."
Alice nodded, trying to bring her thoughts back to that day. "Yes, I'm sure. The dark cloud appeared very suddenly, and it seemed to have some kind of power, which made me feel an inexplicable sense of oppression. When I released magic, the sense of oppression reached its peak, and then my magic went out of control."
Aidan pondered for a moment and made up his mind.
"It seems that we need to start with this dark cloud. Perhaps it is the key to solving all these mysteries. Alice, you can rest here for the time being. I will find out the truth as soon as possible and give you justice."
Alice looked up at Aidan, her eyes sparkling with trust and gratitude. "Thank you, Aidan. I believe in you, and I believe that light will dispel all darkness."
Aidan smiled slightly, stroked the ends of Alice's hair, and turned to leave. However, just as he was about to step out of the cell, Alice suddenly called him.
Alice's voice suddenly sounded in the air that was about to become silent, with a hint of anxiety and uneasiness: "Aidan, please wait!" She suddenly pulled Aidan's sleeve, her fingertips trembling slightly, and her eyes flashed with complex emotions - fear of the unknown and desire for the truth.
Aidan turned around, his eyes gentle and concerned, "What's wrong, Alice? Is there anything else you want to say?"
Alice took a deep breath, trying to calm her inner turmoil. Her gaze passed through the iron bars of the cell, as if she had crossed the boundaries of time and space, staring directly at the distant unknown.
"Aidan, it suddenly occurred to me... that dark cloud. The timing of its appearance was too coincidental, as if it was intentional. Moreover, that feeling of oppression... I have never felt such a strong and targeted force in nature." Her voice became lower and lower, but every word fell clearly into Aidan's heart, causing ripples.
"You mean..." Aidan frowned, and various possibilities flashed through his mind quickly, and finally settled on a name that he couldn't believe but had to face, "Dark God Cult?"
Alice nodded, with a look of determination in her eyes. "Yes, the Dark God Cult. They have long been hostile to the Church of Light and regard us as a thorn in their side. Our visit to the Kingdom of Lanster this time has undoubtedly touched their sensitive nerves."
Aidan couldn't help but clench his fists when he heard this, and the anger and worry in his heart intertwined into a complicated web.
"If they really did it, then their methods are too despicable. Using your kindness and strength to achieve their ulterior motives is simply insane!"
Alice sighed softly, her eyes full of helplessness and fatigue.
"Yes, I have asked myself countless times why light and darkness always confront each other so fiercely and why they cannot coexist peacefully for a moment. But reality is always cruel and it will not change because of our wishes."
Aidan reached out and gently stroked Alice's face, trying to dispel the gloom in her heart with his warmth.
"Alice, don't lose heart. No matter how powerful the darkness is, as long as we have love and light in our hearts, there is always hope. This incident may be our chance to expose the true face of the Dark Cult and save the innocent."
Alice looked up at Aidan. His determined eyes were like the brightest stars in the night sky, giving her endless courage and strength.
"You're right, Aidan. We can't let the darkness continue to wreak havoc, and we can't let innocent people pay for our misfortune. We must take action, find out the truth, and restore innocence to the world."
The two smiled at each other, and the tacit understanding and trust between them reached an unprecedented level at this moment. Aidan gently patted the back of Alice's hand, signaling her to rest assured.